Castor Oil and its Derivatives
F.S.G Grade Castor Oil
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Description
F.S.G (First Special Grade) Castor Oil is a high-purity, pale yellow, viscous liquid derived from premium castor seeds. Known for its high ricinoleic acid content (85–90%), this grade of castor oil is widely used in industrial, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications due to its excellent lubricating, moisturizing, and chemical properties.
Applications
- Pharmaceuticals: used in medicinal formulations and laxatives
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: found in hair oils, skincare and soaps
- Industrial Use: key ingredient in lubricants, coatings, resins and adhesives
- Agriculture: used in biopesticides and plant protection products
- Chemical Industry: raw material for sebacic acid, polyurethane and surfactants
First special grade
F.S.G Grade Castor Oil
First Special Grade (FSG) castor oil — a high-purity, pale yellow oil with high ricinoleic acid content for industrial, pharmaceutical and cosmetic use.
Specification
| Origin | India |
|---|---|
| Category | Castor Oil and its Derivatives |
| Colour | Y – 20 max, R – 2 max |
| Acid Value | 2.0 max |
| Free Fatty Acids (FFA) | 1.0% max |
| Hydroxyl Value | 160 min |
| Saponification Value | 177 – 185 |
| Iodine Value | 82 – 90 |
| Moisture | 0.25% max |
| Specific Gravity (@ 20°C) | 0.950 – 0.970 |
| Refractive Index (@ 40°C) | 1.477 – 1.481 |
| Flash Point | 229 °C min |
| Viscosity (@ 25°C) | 850 – 1000 cP |
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